Fitness

The Many Benefits of Yoga

I started doing yoga as a way to help me cope with the passing of my father and to manage daily stress.  Now almost ten years later, yoga has changed my body, my way of thinking, and my life. The benefits of yoga are almost immediate. After 20 minutes of practicing yoga your focus improves,…

Simple, enjoyable ways to increase physical fitness

Go Outside!   It doesn’t have to be perfect weather.  Even going outside in inclement weather has the ability to invigorate you. Take a walk.  Ride a bike. Finding local hiking or bicycling trails is often easier than you think. Bring a friend, bring your kids, or just bring your dog.   Feeling pensive? Just bring…